The Starbucks Global Cold Cup Innovation Challenge, Invites Global Innovators Shape the Future of Single-Use Cold Cup Materials

The Starbucks Global Cold Cup Innovation Challenge is seeking next-generation material solutions that move beyond today’s reliance on traditional plastics and bioplastics. It is open until 14 September 2026, with a total prize award pool of $100,000 with which to award successful Solvers, teams, researchers, start-ups, or enterprises.